The move, which includes most outdoor uses of water, like washing cars, is in response to recent high temperatures and lack of rain that have increased demand on the two wells that provide water to most homes in the municipality. Residents with automatic watering systems are asked to turn them off.

The water levels in both wells have dropped in recent days, said director general Duncan Campbell, explaining the ban has been imposed as a precaution.

“We have to be prudent with the management of the water,” he said. “It’s surprising how much water the watering of lawns take.”

The watering of flowers is still permitted.

Any resident who fails to respect the ban on watering lawns or washing cars, could face a fine of up to $4,000.

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